Sakhwa

Sakhwa is a village located in Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Barachatti (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bhalua is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa village.

Sakhwa has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sakhwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhwa is 257416. The village spans a total geographical area of 305 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sakhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Sakhwa

Below is a concise population overview of Sakhwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 198 95 103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 28 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 68 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 36 26 10
Illiterate Population 162 69 93

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakhwa village:

  • The total population of Sakhwa village is around 198, including approximately 95 males and 103 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhwa village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhwa village is about 18.18%, with male literacy at 27.37% and female literacy at 9.71%.
  • There are around 30 households in Sakhwa village.

Connectivity of Sakhwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Sakhwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhwa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhwa

Where is Sakhwa located?
Sakhwa village is situated in Barachatti Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhwa is Bhalua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhwa is 198, with 95 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhwa village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhwa is 18.18%. The male literacy rate is 27.37%, while the female literacy rate is 9.71%.